Can You Get a Business Credit Card Without Having a Business?

Link: Chase Ink Plus

The short answer is yes, probably—and there’s nothing deceitful about it.

In the wake of the huge new bonus for the Chase Ink Plus card, a bunch of folks have been asking me if they can get a business credit card without having a business.

For the most part, the distinction between “business” and “personal” cards doesn’t matter much. If you don’t have a tax ID number you can apply for a business card using your social security number, just as you would for a personal card...